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The Fourth of July brings parades, fireworks, afternoons at the pool or lake, and food! I’m sharing some of my favorite Fourth of July menu ideas that I think you’ll enjoy! I love to prep and make ahead as much as possible so that the day is easy, low-stress, and fun for all!
No Cook Fourth of July Appetizers
These delicious no-cook, make-ahead appetizers are always welcome at any gathering throughout the year, but especially during the heat of the summer.
These tasty Caprese Salad Skewers are a quick and easy appetizer to make in minutes! Juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fresh basil, and homemade balsamic glaze make a simple, yet impressive party food!
Easy Apple Dip Recipe – Sweet, creamy Apple Dip is easy and delicious for parties and snacks! Ready in minutes from just a few ingredients, it's an addictive dip for apples, pretzels, and more!
Blueberry Peach Salsa makes a delicious appetizer with chips or topping for fish tacos, chicken or so many other dishes. Get this easy blueberry peach salsa recipe!
Let’s face it, there are a few recipes that are simply must-makes for your July 4th celebrations. Some love a Shrimp Boil, others a Fish Fry, or Pulled Pork (with BBQ Sauce), etc. I love hearing about those favorite traditions. One of our favorites is my husband’s hamburgers, along with some favorite side dishes. The side dishes can be made ahead to make the day even more enjoyable for all!
Make juicy, flavorful hamburgers every time with Bart'sBest Hamburger Recipe! With just two ingredients and a few expert tips, these are the best beef hamburgers you've ever tasted!
This delicious Southern Potato Salad recipe has been in my family for generations and is a go-to favorite! It makes the perfect side dish for holidays, casual suppers, potlucks, and cookouts! With its soft potatoes, crunchy pickles, yellow mustard, and hard-boiled eggs, this classic potato salad is one you'll make again and again!
Coleslaw Recipe – A delicious easy coleslaw recipe that’s always a crowd favorite! Crunchy cabbage with a delicious dressing, this easy coleslaw is a perfect side anytime!
The Best Chicken Marinade recipe is easy and delicious and makes the best grilled chicken and baked chicken you've ever tasted. It's quick to make, uses simple ingredients, and makes juicy, tender chicken that tastes incredible!
Skillet Ribeye Steaks Recipe – These delicious Skillet Ribeye Steaks are butter-basted and will remind you of those at your favorite steak house! This recipe makes the best ribeye steak and is easy to make at home!
Chicken Salad with Grapes Recipe – This chicken salad recipe makes a delicious, quick meal. Made with chicken, grapes, and roasted nuts, it is always a favorite!
What would a Fourth of July menu be without desserts? 🥰 You can’t go wrong with everyone’s favorite chocolate chip cookies, brownies, or chocolate cake, but here are some of our other go-to desserts from which you might like to choose! Again, I love that these are all make-ahead friendly!
An old fashioned vanilla ice cream recipe that everyone loves! This creamy custard base homemade vanilla ice cream recipe tastes like an ice cream parlor favorite.
This Grilled Peaches with Honey and Ice Cream recipe is a simple yet decadent dessert! Juicy peaches are lightly grilled then drizzled with honey and served with vanilla ice cream for a treat everyone loves!
This Key Lime Pie is deliciously tart, airy, light, and refreshing! An easy, updated version of a classic, this is the best key lime pie recipe ever! Such an elegant dessert that is always a favorite!
This easy Lemon Pound Cake recipe makes a dream dessert for lemon lovers! Made with freshlemon juice and zest and topped with a lemon buttermilk glaze, this moist pound cake is bursting with delicious flavor!
This easy cheesecake pie recipe makes the best recipe for cheesecake lovers. Creamy cheesecake filling bakes in a graham cracker crust and is delicious served plain or topped with your favorite cheesecake topping.
This classic, delicious Homemade Fresh Lemonade recipe is made all in one pitcher with just three ingredients! I've shared my timesaving simple syrup method, easy lemonade concentrate recipe, and tips to make the best homemade lemonade anywhere!
This Southern Sweet Tea recipe is smooth, sweet, and delicious! It includes tried-and-true tips for how to make sweet tea that everyone loves! I've also included instructions on how to make and serve Sweet Tea Concentrate!
This delicious Strawberry Lemonade is made with fresh strawberries and lemon juice and is a favorite refreshing drink for a warm day! With just four ingredients, it is ready in minutes and is always a crowd-pleaser! It is perfect for sipping on a warm day, entertaining, showers, and tailgating.
Robyn Stone is a cookbook author, wife, mom, and passionate home cook. Her tested and trusted recipes give readers the confidence to cook recipes the whole family will love. Robyn has been featured on Food Network, People, Southern Living, and more.
Terrific lineup! I’m really craving that Vidalia onion dip!
Everything looks delicious!! Wishing a safe and Happy 4th to Everyone!! :))
Everything looks so yummy! I really love the BBQ Ribs!!
Everything looks delicious! Happy 4th to y’all!!!